Ieee 1284 Parallel Interface; Basic Specifications - SATO LC400e Series Operator's Manual

7.3 IEEE 1284 PARALLEL INTERFACE

The parallel interface is a plug-in module that can be installed by the user and conforms to IEEE1284
specifications. It automatically detects the IEEE1284 signals and operates in the high speed mode. If the
IEEE1284 signals are not detected, it will operate in the slower standard Centronics mode. For this reason, an
interface cable and host interface conforming to the IEEE1284 specification must be present to fully utilize the
speed capabilities. This interface also operates bi-directionally and can report the status of the printer back to
the host.

7.3.1 Basic Specifications

Interface connector
Cable length
Signal level
Data stream
Receive mode
Note
Send print data while the printer is on. Set the printer to off when disconnecting interface cable.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Printer connector: AMP 57-40360 (DDK) or equivalent
Cable connector: AMP 57-30360 (DDK) or equivalent
1.5 m (5 feet) or less
High level
Low level
<ESC>A . . Job#1 . . <ESC>Z<ESC>A . . Job#n . . <ESC>Z
Single-item buffer or multi buffer
Configure the DIP switch, DSW2-5, of the printer for the setup of receive mode.
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: +2.4 to +5.0 V
: +0.0 to -0.4 V
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